STOP - Road/traffic sign - Aluminium, Plastic
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Original STOP traffic sign from the Netherlands dating to circa 1979, made of metal/aluminium with reflective red and white lettering, 91 × 91 cm, about 4.5 kg, with reinforced edge and two back reinforcement profiles, in authentic used condition.
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Impressively large original STOP traffic sign, originating from the Netherlands and, according to family history, from Amsterdam.
The sign has an exceptionally large size of approximately 91 × 91 cm and weighs about 4.5 kg. It is a sturdy metal/aluminum construction with reinforced edge and two horizontal reinforcing profiles on the back. The front features the distinctive red and white reflective traffic foil.
To make the exceptional size clearly visible, one of the photos includes a standard 75 cl wine bottle next to the sign as a scale reference. The wine bottle is solely for illustrating the dimensions and is not part of the sale.
The dating is particularly interesting. On the back there is an incised factory/product marking, the last part of which appears to end with “79.” The full marking is no longer clearly readable, so the dating is cautiously given as circa 1979. Detail photos of this marking have been added so it can be assessed by the viewer.
This dating also fits well with Dutch traffic history: in 1979 the octagonal red STOP sign was introduced in the Netherlands, replacing the older round model. The new model came into effect on 1 October 1979.
The sign has been in family ownership for a long time. According to family tradition it originated from Amsterdam. This provenance cannot be proven with official documentation and is therefore explicitly stated as family provenance.
For its probable age, the sign is in a beautiful and authentic used condition. The red color, white lettering, and reflective surface are still notably bright. There are scratches, small damages and normal signs of use and aging, as clearly seen in the photos. The sign has retained its original industrial and used appearance.
Due to its very large size of 91 × 91 cm, weight of about 4.5 kg, suspected dating around 1979, authentic reflective finish, and Amsterdam family origin, this is a striking collectible and decorative object for enthusiasts of automobilia, traffic history, and industrial/vintage interiors.
Dimensions: approx. 91 × 91 cm
Weight: approx. 4.5 kg
Material: metal/aluminium with reflective foil
Period: circa 1979
Origin: Netherlands; according to family tradition Amsterdam
Condition: authentic used, with normal age and usage wear.
Impressively large original STOP traffic sign, originating from the Netherlands and, according to family history, from Amsterdam.
The sign has an exceptionally large size of approximately 91 × 91 cm and weighs about 4.5 kg. It is a sturdy metal/aluminum construction with reinforced edge and two horizontal reinforcing profiles on the back. The front features the distinctive red and white reflective traffic foil.
To make the exceptional size clearly visible, one of the photos includes a standard 75 cl wine bottle next to the sign as a scale reference. The wine bottle is solely for illustrating the dimensions and is not part of the sale.
The dating is particularly interesting. On the back there is an incised factory/product marking, the last part of which appears to end with “79.” The full marking is no longer clearly readable, so the dating is cautiously given as circa 1979. Detail photos of this marking have been added so it can be assessed by the viewer.
This dating also fits well with Dutch traffic history: in 1979 the octagonal red STOP sign was introduced in the Netherlands, replacing the older round model. The new model came into effect on 1 October 1979.
The sign has been in family ownership for a long time. According to family tradition it originated from Amsterdam. This provenance cannot be proven with official documentation and is therefore explicitly stated as family provenance.
For its probable age, the sign is in a beautiful and authentic used condition. The red color, white lettering, and reflective surface are still notably bright. There are scratches, small damages and normal signs of use and aging, as clearly seen in the photos. The sign has retained its original industrial and used appearance.
Due to its very large size of 91 × 91 cm, weight of about 4.5 kg, suspected dating around 1979, authentic reflective finish, and Amsterdam family origin, this is a striking collectible and decorative object for enthusiasts of automobilia, traffic history, and industrial/vintage interiors.
Dimensions: approx. 91 × 91 cm
Weight: approx. 4.5 kg
Material: metal/aluminium with reflective foil
Period: circa 1979
Origin: Netherlands; according to family tradition Amsterdam
Condition: authentic used, with normal age and usage wear.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Style subtype
Salvaged
Number of objects
1
Title
STOP
Country of origin
Netherlands
Material
Aluminium, Plastic
Style
Industrial
Colour
Red, White
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
91 cm
Width
91 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Diameter
91 cm
Weight
4.5 g
Estimated period
1970-1980
Autographed by a famous person
No
Qualification
Original/official
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